This document provides instructions for disassembling a computer system. It outlines 9 steps: 1) Unplug all cables, 2) Open the outer shell/case by unscrewing screws, 3) Remove the system fan by unplugging it from the motherboard and unscrewing it, 4) Remove the CPU fan by unplugging it and unscrewing it from the heat sink, 5) Unplug all wires from the power supply, 6) Remove CD/DVD drives by unplugging cables and releasing mounting tabs, 7) Remove the hard drive by unplugging connectors, 8) Remove memory (RAM) by pushing release tabs, and 9) Remove the motherboard by unsc
This document provides instructions for disassembling a computer system. It outlines 9 steps: 1) Unplug all cables, 2) Open the outer shell/case by unscrewing screws, 3) Remove the system fan by unplugging it from the motherboard and unscrewing it, 4) Remove the CPU fan by unplugging it and unscrewing it from the heat sink, 5) Unplug all wires from the power supply, 6) Remove CD/DVD drives by unplugging cables and releasing mounting tabs, 7) Remove the hard drive by unplugging connectors, 8) Remove memory (RAM) by pushing release tabs, and 9) Remove the motherboard by unsc
This document provides instructions for disassembling a computer system. It outlines 9 steps: 1) Unplug all cables, 2) Open the outer shell/case by unscrewing screws, 3) Remove the system fan by unplugging it from the motherboard and unscrewing it, 4) Remove the CPU fan by unplugging it and unscrewing it from the heat sink, 5) Unplug all wires from the power supply, 6) Remove CD/DVD drives by unplugging cables and releasing mounting tabs, 7) Remove the hard drive by unplugging connectors, 8) Remove memory (RAM) by pushing release tabs, and 9) Remove the motherboard by unsc
This document provides instructions for disassembling a computer system. It outlines 9 steps: 1) Unplug all cables, 2) Open the outer shell/case by unscrewing screws, 3) Remove the system fan by unplugging it from the motherboard and unscrewing it, 4) Remove the CPU fan by unplugging it and unscrewing it from the heat sink, 5) Unplug all wires from the power supply, 6) Remove CD/DVD drives by unplugging cables and releasing mounting tabs, 7) Remove the hard drive by unplugging connectors, 8) Remove memory (RAM) by pushing release tabs, and 9) Remove the motherboard by unsc
Activity Sheet NO.: 5.1 COMPETENCY: ICCS LO2 TOPIC Assemble and Disassemble of Computer System Activity: Reading and Understanding
READING MATERIAL
BRIEF INTRODUCTION One of the basic skills that you must acquire in computer system servicing is to independently assemble and disassemble a personal computer or simply setting up a PC. After familiarizing with all the tools, devices, peripherals, and safety precautions I believe that you are now ready to gain another experience in CSS by going through this lesson.
Lesson 1: DISASSEMBLE OF COMPUTER
BRIEF INTRODUCTION One of the basic skills that you must acquire in computer system servicing is to independently assemble and disassemble a personal computer or simply setting up a PC. After familiarizing with all the tools, devices, peripherals and safety precautions I believe that you are now ready to gain another experience in CSS by going through this lesson. Before starting computer disassembly, make sure you have the tools you need and they're all close by and handy and be sure to have a container to keep the screws in so you have them when you want to put things back together.
Step1. Unplugging
The first thing you do is to unplug every cable that is plugged in to your computer. That includes the cables such as Power, USB, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet, Ethernet, Modem, etc. Just unplug all the cables for safety purposes.
Step 2. Opening the Outer Shell/Case
First, unscrew the four screws at the back of the computer. On most computer cases, there will be large knobs that you can unscrew by hand or by screwdriver on the back-right side of the computer. The left side has small screws because on that side you can't access much on the inside.
Step 3. Removing the System Fan
First, unplug the fan from the motherboard. You can find the plug by following the wire from the fan. It should be labeled "SYS_FAN1". Next, you will have to unscrew the fan from the outside. You should now be able to lift the fan out of the PC.
Step 4. Removing the CPU Fan
The CPU fan is located right on top of the CPU heat sink, which is a large piece of metal with fins on the top. The CPU fan plugs into the motherboard in an awkward place that is hard to access. But just follow the wires and you should easily find it. It is labelled "CPU FAN1". To remove the fan from the heat sink, remove the four screws securing it in place.
Step 5. Power Supply
Unplug every wire coming from the power supply. You must disconnect the motherboard (very large connector/plug), CD/DVD drive(s) power, internal hard drive power and portable hard drive slot power.
Step 6. CD/ DVD Drive(s)
Unplug the IDE or SATA cable from the back of the drive. Once that is completed, pull on the tab securing the drive-in place, then push it out from the inside.
Step 7. Hard Drive
Unplug the connector at the back of the slot and unplug the other end from the motherboard. Also unplug the SATA cable from the motherboard and the hard drive. The portable hard drive slot is secured the same way the CD/DVD drive is, with a tab. Pull on the tab, then slide the slot out.
Step 8. Memory (RAM)
To remove the RAM, push down on both tabs holding the RAM in place, which are located at both ends of the RAM.
Step 9. Motherboard The motherboard has seven screws holding it to the frame, which are indicated by large white circles around them. Remove them and then lift the motherboard out of the frame.
